Sick Note Certificates

For the initial seven days of illness or injury (including Sundays), a doctor’s medical certificate is not required. Instead, a ‘self-certification form’ suffices to provide evidence of your inability to work. If employed, form SC2 is needed, available from your employer or online. Unemployed or self-employed individuals require form SC1.

‍Note: A certificate is unnecessary for the first three days, and fees may apply if your employer insists otherwise.

‍www.gov.uk/government/publications/statutory-sick-pay-employees-statement-of-sickness-sc2

For illnesses surpassing the 7-day threshold, a doctor’s certificate known as a ‘Fitness to Work’ Certificate becomes essential. At Private Medical Clinic, we streamline this process to facilitate your recovery journey. If you have already consulted one of our GPs regarding your illness, rest assured that your certificate will be promptly delivered on the same day, saving you valuable time.

We email you your sick note to forward to your employer immediately after your consultation. We advise patients to provide a copy of any letters to their NHS GP for continuity of care.

If you require a new sick note or have already been provided one for the current illness, our streamlined approach eliminates the need for unnecessary visits.

Simply book online to speak to one of our GPs to discuss your personal circumstances. A sick note can be written by the doctor immediately, and emailed/printed for you after the consultation. This ensures that you can focus on recovery without unnecessary interruptions.